Meeting Information
-Continuation of work session on planning initiatives (Linda Finger)
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-Convene
-Pledge of Allegiance
CONSENT AGENDA
(1) (a) Consider approval of Commission Orders
REGULAR AGENDA
(2) Receive recommendations from Palmyra Township and Willow Springs Township concerning rescinding "minimum maintenance" designation for E 1400 Road generally between N 650 and N 700 (Keith Browning/Michael Kelly)
(3) Consider resolution requesting recommendation from Planning Commission concerning rescinding minimum "maintenance designation" for E 1400 Road generally between N 650 and N 700 (Keith Browning/Michael Kelly)
(4) Other Business
(a) Consider approval of Accounts Payable (if necessary)
(b) Appointments
(c) Miscellaneous
Jones called the meeting to order at 4:08 P.M. on Wednesday, August 10, 2005 with all members present. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
PLANNING 08-10-05
The Board continued their work session on planning initiatives. Linda Finger, Director of the Lawrence, Douglas-County Metropolitan Planning Department, was present for the discussion. No action was taken.
CONSENT AGENDA 08-10-05
There were no consent items.
PUBLIC WORKS, TOWNSHIPS & RESOLUTIONS 08-10-05
The Board noted receipt of recommendations from Palmyra Township and Willow Springs Township concerning a request received from Mike Flory to rescind the "minimum maintenance" designation for a portion of E 1400 Road between N 650 Road and 700 N. Michael Kelly, County Surveyor, explained that since E 1400 Road lies on the border between both Willow Springs and Palmyra Township, each Township Board held public hearings and prepared their recommendations to proceed with rescinding the "minimum maintenance" designation. Kelly noted that Mr. Flory's request will facilitate the development of property recently divided into 20+ parcels prior to the 5 acre moratorium. While the recommendations from the townships mention different lengths for the portion proposed, both townships recommended approval to change the "minimum maintenance" designation currently in effect.
Jones asked when the distance issue would be resolved.
Kelly stated that as each issue is discussed, they will converge on a distance. Kelly noted that both townships recommended approval with the slight issue of distance, which is a minor issue in the long run. This is a road of record not being traveled.
Jones asked when the property was divided.
Kelly stated that it was divided shortly before the moratorium went into effect.
Jones questioned when this road became "minimum maintenance."
Kelly said that it was designated as "minimum maintenance" approximately fifteen (15) years ago.
Jones asked how the road was split between the two (2) townships.
Kelly stated that it is split right down the middle of the road.
Heather Eichhorn expressed concerns about the development of this road due to the safety of access on the curve on Route 460. Eichhorn also noted concerns about future development and the fact that this looks like a subdivision.
Charlie Wintermantel, Trustee of Willow Springs Township, stated that the safety issue was discussed and the Township Board did not see an increased risk. Wintermantel noted that the Palmyra Fire Chief did raise concerns regarding the fact that there would be only one (1) entrance for that many houses.
McElhaney asked who would be responsible for snow removal, etc., once the road is built.
Wintermantel stated that Willow Springs Township would be responsible.
Johnson stated that the question about the safety on the curve is worth discussion. However, because of the lay of the land, there is great visibility both to the east and west. Johnson asked Keith Browning, Director of Public Works/County Engineer, whether this area should be looked at for widening the shoulder.
Browning replied that he could look at it, but it probably wouldn't be warranted with the volume of traffic. Browning also agreed that the visibility is good at that location.
Jones stated that he could not support the request because of the creation of a 5 acre subdivision.
Johnson stated that while this was not his preference, the request is within the rules and should be submitted to the Planning Commission for their recommendation.
McElhaney noted that the townships have gone through the public hearing process and recommended approval; McElhaney then made a motion to approve Resolution No. 05-27 initiating the process to consider rescinding the "minimum maintenance" designation for a portion of E 1400 Road and request ing a recommendation from the Planning Commission. Motion was seconded by Johnson and carried with Jones opposed.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE 08-10-05
Johnson moved approval of accounts payable manual checks in the amount of $1,813.51; motion was seconded by Jones and carried unanimously.
Johnson made a motion to adjourn; Jones seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
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Charles Jones, Chairman Bob Johnson, Member
ATTEST:
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Jamie Shew, County Clerk Jere McElhaney, Member
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